Back Pain 101: What is Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?

Back Pain 101: What is Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?

The sacroiliac (SI) joints are comprised of the sacrum joint and the iliac bones of the spine. The joint’s important job is to transmit the weight of the upper body to the lower body during movements like standing, walking, and running. When the joints become...
The 3 Most Common Reasons Why a Spinal Disc Slips

The 3 Most Common Reasons Why a Spinal Disc Slips

The intervertebral discs are soft, rubbery pads that sit between adjacent vertebrae. They evenly distribute stress placed on the spine and help it flex. When one of the discs slips or herniates, it protrudes into the spinal canal and compresses the spinal nerve, which...
Cervical Fusion Procedures Explained

Cervical Fusion Procedures Explained

An anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), or just cervical fusion, procedure is performed when non-surgical treatment options fail to relieve the symptoms of a herniated disc, severe arthritis with accompanying bone spurs, and/or spinal stenosis. The...
3 Common Causes of Mid-Back Pain

3 Common Causes of Mid-Back Pain

Mid-back pain can be aggravating, annoying, and (in some cases) debilitating. Because the mid-back, medically termed the thoracic spine, plays an important role in posture and support, any type of pain in the area should be taken seriously. Patients should be aware...